Your hands are taxed on a daily basis. Repetitive movements, such as typing or writing, can trigger tightness and strain injuries, which can limit the mobility of your hands and fingers. To prevent this, perform hand stretches throughout the day. These stretches promote blood flow to your muscles and ease muscle tension. Daily activities become easier, and you're less likely to get injured. Before starting a regular stretching routine, consult your doctor, especially if you have health concerns, injuries or medical conditions.

Prayer Position Stretch

To stretch your fingers, palms and wrists, place your hands in a prayer position in front of your chest -- your palms should touch, your fingers should point up and your elbows should point out. Slowly lower your hands down while pressing your fingers against each other. You should feel a slight stretch from your wrists going into your palms and fingers. Hold this for 10 seconds before releasing the tension and repeat the stretch five times.

Open and Close Stretch

Sit on a chair, place the back of one hand flat on a table and spread your fingers apart. Curl your fingers into your palm to make a fist, making sure your thumb is on top of your fingers. Squeeze your fist for two seconds and return your fingers to the starting position. Stretch your fingers outward as much as possible, making your hand as big as you can. Hold this stretch for two seconds to complete one repetition. Repeat this stretch at least 10 times before switching hands or stretch both hands simultaneously.

Finger Stretch

For an effective finger stretch, place your left hand sideways on a table so your little finger is at the bottom and your thumb is on top. Bend your index finger up at the joint and use your right hand to gently push down on your finger to emphasize the stretch. Hold this for three seconds and repeat the same stretch on your other fingers. Stretch each finger 10 times.

Finger Pull Back Stretch

In addition to stretching your hands, the following stretch also engages your wrists and forearms. Extend your right arm straight out in front of you and bend your hand at your wrist so your fingers point up. Pull the fingers of your right hand back toward your body using your left hand. Hold the stretch for 10 counts, release the tension and rotate your hand so your fingers point down. Gently pull your fingers back toward your body and hold the stretch for 10 counts. Repeat the stretch on your left hand and stretch each hand three times.